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Demibooks acquired by Educational Development Corporation
Chicago-based Demibooks, whose Demibooks Composer app helps foster interactive learning experiences, was acquired by the Educational Development Corporation (EDC), according to a press release. EDC, the US publisher of Usborne and Kane Miller books, said it was an early investor in the company. EDC added that it will continue to operate Demibooks Storytime, a virtual marketplace for picture book apps.
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Geofeedia picks up two new members to its executive team
Geofeedia, the Chicago-based leader of location-based social media analytics, announced this week the appointments of Justin Fite and Steve Sanger to their executive team. Fite, the previous VP of global cross channel sales at Salesforce, will fill the role of Chief Revenue Office, while Sanger joins as VP of business and corporate development. Sanger most recently acted as GrubHub’s VP of business development.
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GiveForward announces major product expansions, new partnership
This morning, the company announced a suite of new features that vastly expands the capabilities of their old platform. In addition to raising funds for loved ones going through life’s toughest trials, GiveForward’s community members can now also schedule meal deliveries, make wish lists, and send thoughtful messages — with further work already underway to provide a means to order grocery delivery, arrange for childcare, and organize transportation and housing assistance. [Built In Chicago]
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Centro announces agreement to provide adtech for WSI
Centro announced it will provide programmatic advertising technology for WSI, a company that operates a massive network of digital marketing consultants spanning 80 countries. WSI now has access to Centro’s enterprise software for digital advertising, including Centro DSP, a platform for buying ads across channels for hyperlocal marketing.
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Uber now has designated pick-up zones at Navy Pier
This week, Uber Chicago announced it will designate three pick-up zones at Navy Pier. The pick-up areas will be located at the IMAS, AMazing Chicago’s Funhouse Maze, and Grand Ballroom and are part of the ride-sharing company’s efforts to make transportation to and from the Pier more convenient.
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Walgreens goes on-demand, partners with Postmates for 24/7 delivery
Walgreens announced a new partnership with an on-demand delivery startup to further position itself as a major player in the tech sphere. The official deal with Postmates, a San Francisco-based delivery app, enables consumers to quickly order and receive any of the items Walgreens has in its catalogue, 24/7. The on-demand service will be available at 600 Walgreens and Duane Reades — its moniker in some areas of the US — in all major markets. [Built In Chicago]
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DialogTech announces joint partnership with Boost Media and IgnitionOne
DialogTech, Boost Media, and IgnitionOne this week announced a new partnership that aims to improve marketers’ abilities to steer digital ad performance across search, social, and display. DialogTech (a Chicago-based leader in call analytics and delivery), San Francisco’s Boost Media (who provides creative optimization tech for marketing), and IgnitionOne (a Atlanta-based marketing cloud company) join forces in order to find the best way to reach the right customers at the right time with the right message.
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Trustwave launches new cloud-based security platform
This week, Trustwave unveiled its new Trustwave Secure Mobility Platform. The Chicago-based company, which provides cloud and managed security services, said the new platform will help businesses identify and confront security concerns, especially for businesses who rely heavily on mobile for critical business tools.
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BLUE|1647 celebrates two year anniversary at 2nd annual fundraiser
This week, Chicago’s BLUE|1647 — a tech innovation center that focuses on education, skill development, and economic improvement — recently celebrated its two year anniversary. The event was marked at their annual fundraising event. In a press release, the organization said it’s sees over 5,000 visitors per month since its launch in 2013.
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Reverb turns up the volume with new marketplace for music lessons
Reverb, Chicago’s online marketplace for musical instruments and gear, has announced the launch of its new platform, Reverb Lessons. With Reverb Lessons, Chicago musicians — novice and master alike — have access to a virtual marketplace to shop for music lesson packages. [Built In Chicago]
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